Jay Squires
About a friend of FanStory.56 total reviews
Comment from mermaids
This is a wonderful story about a great writer. I remember when he was here on Fanstory. I think he is handsome. It is amazing how long he has been writing and he is still at it. I also enjoy the birthday poems by Debi Marquette, she wrote one for me. I wish Jay well and admire his talent and perseverance.
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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This is a wonderful story about a great writer. I remember when he was here on Fanstory. I think he is handsome. It is amazing how long he has been writing and he is still at it. I also enjoy the birthday poems by Debi Marquette, she wrote one for me. I wish Jay well and admire his talent and perseverance.
Comment Written 19-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Thank you for your wonderful review! I hope we celebrate Jay for years to come. Terry.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
First of all, I love this picture of Jay - his eyes are bright and his smile is genuine. (There is a bit of "I hate having my picture taken" in his face.)
Wait, Barack Obama posted a fictional story on Medium? I may have to join just to read that!
There will be plenty of lawyers available; all the lawyers Trump hires, he eventually fires.
Thanks for the update on Jay. I miss his writing, and I miss his reviews. When he told me I did good, I believed that I had.
xo
Pam
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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First of all, I love this picture of Jay - his eyes are bright and his smile is genuine. (There is a bit of "I hate having my picture taken" in his face.)
Wait, Barack Obama posted a fictional story on Medium? I may have to join just to read that!
There will be plenty of lawyers available; all the lawyers Trump hires, he eventually fires.
Thanks for the update on Jay. I miss his writing, and I miss his reviews. When he told me I did good, I believed that I had.
xo
Pam
Comment Written 19-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Hi Pam, Barack's story wasn't fiction, but I didn't read much of it because I'm so tired of politics. You make a great point about Trump's lawyers. I think he fires them because he can't pay them.
Jay was right, when you write...you do really good! Terry.
Comment from Ginda Simpson
I have enjoyed reading this story/portrait of a man who inspires so many with his writing. And your writing is just as inspiring. This is written with pride and humility, with humor and honesty, and was a delight to read. Wishing both you men continued success and satisfaction gained from the writing life.
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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I have enjoyed reading this story/portrait of a man who inspires so many with his writing. And your writing is just as inspiring. This is written with pride and humility, with humor and honesty, and was a delight to read. Wishing both you men continued success and satisfaction gained from the writing life.
Comment Written 19-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Ginda, thank you for the six stars. When one writes about Jay, it really is pretty easy stuff. Thanks for the review. Terry.
Comment from Daylily
Terry, this is a terrific posting about your friend and it says a lot about you as a writer and person as well. Of course, all good things. :-)
The variety of topics here is amazing and so many members tackle them with gusto and skill. This posting is an excellent example.
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Terry, this is a terrific posting about your friend and it says a lot about you as a writer and person as well. Of course, all good things. :-)
The variety of topics here is amazing and so many members tackle them with gusto and skill. This posting is an excellent example.
Comment Written 19-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Hi Lily thank you for your review. Have you ever thought about doing portraits on postcards with a verse about the person? Food for thought. Terry.
Comment from pome lover
What a neat post. I miss Jay and his stories and reviews. He started a play, and I was writing songs to go with it, but he decided to drop it as it got too complicated with music. At least that's why I think he dropped it. Maybe it was my songs - though he said he liked them. Okay, he was being nice.
Anyway, this is a neat post. Do you like Medium? If money was a reason for Jay to leave FS, what about the money required for Medium?
Has he seen this piece? Love your remark about the comb.
Katharine
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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What a neat post. I miss Jay and his stories and reviews. He started a play, and I was writing songs to go with it, but he decided to drop it as it got too complicated with music. At least that's why I think he dropped it. Maybe it was my songs - though he said he liked them. Okay, he was being nice.
Anyway, this is a neat post. Do you like Medium? If money was a reason for Jay to leave FS, what about the money required for Medium?
Has he seen this piece? Love your remark about the comb.
Katharine
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Katharine, thank you for the wonderful review. I remember that play. It wasn't your songs. That was a complicated task he had set out to do.
Medium cost $50 to join, and $150 if you want to get into the money pool.
Jay has read this story, and the reviews, and said he had to dab his eyes a lot after reading each review. Thanks, Terry.
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he's a neat guy. I miss reading and "talking" to him. I'll have to read the other one you did on him.
Thanks for the info on Medium. I'll probably stick to this, but who knows?
Katharine
Comment from Sharon Elwell
Charming and informative! I hope Jay is happy about this and doesn't make it necessary for you to lawyer up. The piece made me want to see what Jay writes, and find out about Medium - so I assume you've met your objectives!
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Charming and informative! I hope Jay is happy about this and doesn't make it necessary for you to lawyer up. The piece made me want to see what Jay writes, and find out about Medium - so I assume you've met your objectives!
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 19-Apr-2024
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Sharon, I dodged the lawyer bullet! LOL. Thank you for reading. My intention was to write about Jay. Medium is just where is at right now. Terry.
Comment from LateBloomer
Hi Terry, that's a lovely photo of Jay. He should be proud of himself.
He found what works for him, and that is what is important. His FS family will always be here. FS is the place where the light is always on, and someone with a open ear is always ready to engage. Best wishes to Jay. Thank you for sharing. Margaret ~ LateBloomer
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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Hi Terry, that's a lovely photo of Jay. He should be proud of himself.
He found what works for him, and that is what is important. His FS family will always be here. FS is the place where the light is always on, and someone with a open ear is always ready to engage. Best wishes to Jay. Thank you for sharing. Margaret ~ LateBloomer
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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Margaret, thank you for reading. Jay does love his friends on FS. Terry
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Jay sounds like a neat guy. He also sounds like an excellent writer and has the money to prove it. That's okay for him and most folks yet for me I like the friendships I've gained on FS more than anything else. Medium sounds like a million-dollar business and that is fine for others but not for me. So far, anyway, I don't know about the future. Who knows what the future may bring?
Jesse
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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Jay sounds like a neat guy. He also sounds like an excellent writer and has the money to prove it. That's okay for him and most folks yet for me I like the friendships I've gained on FS more than anything else. Medium sounds like a million-dollar business and that is fine for others but not for me. So far, anyway, I don't know about the future. Who knows what the future may bring?
Jesse
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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Jesse, thanks for reading. I'm surprised you don't know Jay. He has been on FS for a long time. He posted hundreds of stories and scripts. He won lots of reviewer awards. He was Writer of the Year in 2022. And you are right?he is a really neat guy. Right before he left a few months ago, he wrote about an experience where he was scammed out of everything in his bank account. It was the story of the month on FS, but tragic for him.
By going to Medium, he has been able to make some money, but he has had a difficult time, and starting over at 84 wasn't easy. Thankfully, with a lot of old-man perseverance and talent, along with some help from some FS friends, he is recovering.
But let's make no mistake. Jay loves and misses his friends here. Terry.
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You sound like a good friend to Jay. He is lucky to have you as a friend. I read some of his work before he left but never got to know him. Thanks for filling me in on Medium.
Jesse
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Jesse, my pleasure. I don't plan to do a lot at medium.
Comment from jmdg1954
Hey Terry.
Great story detailing Jay and his whereabouts. Unfortunately I may he one of the on FS nitwits who hasn't crossed paths with Jay. I did leave this site for 6 yrs and once back maybe is when his time here was dwindling down. Obviously, my loss.
My lack of talent I'm sure isn't for Medium as I know he is an absolute writer!
Tell me, did you invest in Crypto with your $23 and become a millionaire overnight only to give it right back... just kidding, my friend!
All the best to you and Jay!
John
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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Hey Terry.
Great story detailing Jay and his whereabouts. Unfortunately I may he one of the on FS nitwits who hasn't crossed paths with Jay. I did leave this site for 6 yrs and once back maybe is when his time here was dwindling down. Obviously, my loss.
My lack of talent I'm sure isn't for Medium as I know he is an absolute writer!
Tell me, did you invest in Crypto with your $23 and become a millionaire overnight only to give it right back... just kidding, my friend!
All the best to you and Jay!
John
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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John, LOL, yep that is my secret! Jay may be back. He has been here a long time and is much honored and loved as well. Terry.
Comment from Lanel Haywood
Based on the picture, I was in no way prepared for this story. I was confused yet could not stop reading it. I almost skipped it because of the picture but am glad I let curiosity win.
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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Based on the picture, I was in no way prepared for this story. I was confused yet could not stop reading it. I almost skipped it because of the picture but am glad I let curiosity win.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 18-Apr-2024
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Lanel, Thank you for the six stars! Jay has been around a long time and is a much-honored and much-loved writer; enjoy your time here, and thank you for reading. Terry.